1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 22 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 122 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 360 kg more than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona, 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | V8 Volante | Sedona |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 296 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 75 L |