1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 20 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 144 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 443 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer significantly more control. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Virage | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | Virage | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1687 mm |