1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 78 kg more than 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 1983 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 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, 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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens. 2005 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2005 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | Lagonda | Carens |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 55 L |
