1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 5,338 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 121 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 100 kg more than 1992 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | Virage | Ram |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
