1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 Toyota Venza

To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 19 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 75 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza.

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, 2010 Toyota Venza, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Aston Martin Virage 2010 Toyota Venza
Make Aston Martin Toyota
Model Virage Venza
Year Released 1991 2010
Body Type Convertible Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 344 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1470 mm


 

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