1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 660 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740. 1994 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Aston Martin Virage | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | Virage | 740 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |