1970 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 773 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. 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 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Maverick | Carnival |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |