1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 7 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 157 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Virage | Magna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
