1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Retona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
