2008 Kia Carens vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 1979 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1979 Porsche 928 (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Carens | 928 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 86 L |
