1968 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival, 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
