1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 309 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 634 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. 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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | Virage | Accord |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 64 L |