1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin Virage 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 235 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 37 kg more than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. 1991 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1995 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Aston Martin | Land Rover |
Model | Virage | Discovery |
Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |