1972 Ford Custom vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 654 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Custom 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 Ford Custom. 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Custom | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
