1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 223 kg more than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
Model | Vista Cruiser | Carnival |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 97.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2900 mm |