1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1988 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Nova 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 300 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. 1996 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1988 Vauxhall Nova has manual transmission. 1988 Vauxhall Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1988 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
Model | Virage | Nova |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |