1976 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 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 (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 1976 Mazda 929 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 1976 Mazda 929. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 929 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
