1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort, 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Virage | Escort |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 40 L |
