2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 269 kg more than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Kia | Aston Martin |
Model | Sorento | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 97 L |