1970 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Escort | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escort | Carnival |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2910 mm |