2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 47 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Kia | Aston Martin |
Model | Sorento | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |