1979 Ford LTD vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 534 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford LTD 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 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | LTD | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
