1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 136 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 391 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | Virage | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
