1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1989 Ford Laser
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 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. 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 Ford Laser, 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 (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Virage | Laser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
