1972 Buick GS vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 Buick GS.
Because 1972 Buick GS 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 1972 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival. 2009 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1972 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | GS | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
