1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 15 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 109 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 405 kg more than 1993 Aston Martin Virage.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 2008 Nissan Quest 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Virage | Quest |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
