1980 Audi Sport vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Sport | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
