1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2004 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2004 Kia Sedona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 47 kg more than 2004 Kia Sedona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sedona, 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2004 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | Lagonda | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2920 mm |
