2001 Acura MDX vs. 1991 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2001 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura MDX. (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura MDX | 1991 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | MDX | Virage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
