1980 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser. 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Laser | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Laser | Carnival |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |