1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1979 Volvo 343. 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, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | Virage | 343 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |