1975 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 418 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1975 Pontiac Firebird 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 1975 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Firebird | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Pontiac | Kia |
Model | Firebird | Carnival |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.4 mm | 97.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106.9 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |