1989 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Saturn Sky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Saturn |
| Model | Lagonda | Sky |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
