1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica 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 229 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 835 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica. 1991 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin Virage | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Virage | Celica |
Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |