1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 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 222 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 800 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Virage | 25 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
