1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 368 kg more than 1981 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Buick LeSabre 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 1981 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
