1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Kia Towner
To start off, 2002 Kia Towner is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (43 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Towner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1820 mm |
