1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 903 kg more than 1997 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | V8 Volante | Avella |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |