1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Aston Martin Virage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Aston Martin Virage 2008 Hyundai Trajet
Make Aston Martin Hyundai
Model Virage Trajet
Year Released 1990 2008
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 344 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1852 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1720 mm


 

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