1974 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1974 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Opel Kadett 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 1974 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Opel Kadett | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Kadett | Carnival |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 991 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |