1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, both 1994 Aston Martin Virage and 1994 Renault 19 were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 204 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 810 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19, 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19. 1994 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1994 Renault 19 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 | 1994 Renault 19 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | Virage | 19 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |