1979 Subaru DL vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1204 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru DL | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | DL | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |
