1968 Nissan President vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 419 kg more than 1968 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Nissan President 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 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan President | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | President | Carnival |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |