1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (143 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 654 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Sprinter | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2902 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |
