2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 529 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Kia | Aston Martin |
Model | Sportage | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 97 L |