1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2000 Chevrolet Venture
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 9 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 162 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 2000 Chevrolet Venture | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Virage | Venture |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
