1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 406 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1986 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 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | V8 Volante | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 75 L |
