1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 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 249 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | Virage | 140 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
