1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin Virage 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 277 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1994 Toyota Starlet, 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 (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Virage | Starlet |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |