1990 Audi V8 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 562 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | V8 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
