1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 13 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 490 kg more than 1992 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (475 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Virage | Armada |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 106 L |
