1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1989 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet APV. 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, 1989 Chevrolet APV, 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 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1989 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Virage | APV |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
