1991 Acura Legend vs. 1989 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1991 Acura Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 370 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Acura Legend, 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 1989 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | Legend | Virage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
