1981 Porsche 930 vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 868 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
Because 1981 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival. 2006 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 930 | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Porsche | Kia |
Model | 930 | Carnival |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |