1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 875 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella, 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | V8 Vantage | Avella |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |