1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 93 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 263 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
Model | Virage | Aurora |
Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |