1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 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 125 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 172 kg more than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | V8 Volante | Sorento |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |