1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 732 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Carnival |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2910 mm |