1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana 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 242 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 890 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana. 1993 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | Virage | Torana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
