1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1977 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Nova 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 222 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 496 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1977 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Virage | Nova |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
