1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin Virage 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 230 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 870 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova. 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, 1994 Holden Nova, 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | Virage | Nova |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
