1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic 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 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic, 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1977 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | Virage | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
