1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 660 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | Virage | 240 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
