1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 500 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Caprice | Carnival |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |