1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1989 Toyota MR2. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 750 kg more than 1989 Toyota MR2. 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota MR2. (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Virage | MR2 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |