1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Virage | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
