1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 19 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) has 269 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 138 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 2005 Kia Shuma II, 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1958 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 50 L |
