1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 120 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Kingswood | Carnival |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |