1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 12 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 92 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (252 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 416 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin Virage | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Virage | Crown |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |