2002 Acura RSX vs. 1990 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 770 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Aston Martin Virage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX, 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1990 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
| Model | RSX | Virage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
