1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 448 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2009 Kia Sportage
Make Aston Martin Kia
Model V8 Vantage Sportage
Year Released 1979 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5338 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 549 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 745 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 113 L 58 L


 

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