1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Aston Martin Virage 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) has 127 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 241 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | Virage | S80 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
