1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Lapin is newer by 9 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 5,340 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 479 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. 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, 2001 Suzuki Lapin, 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) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | Virage | Lapin |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
