1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica 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 314 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Virage | Minica |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |