1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, both 1992 Aston Martin Virage and 1992 Volvo 480 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 242 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 480. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 962 kg more than 1992 Volvo 480. 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, 1992 Volvo 480, 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480. 1992 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1992 Volvo 480 has manual transmission. 1992 Volvo 480 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | Virage | 480 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |