1977 Toyota Celica vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica. 2006 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Celica | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Celica | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
