1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (272 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 105 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento, 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | V8 Saloon | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 68 L |
