1980 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
