1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 9 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. 1993 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | Virage | Monaro |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |