1982 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 393 kg more than 1982 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Buick Electra 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 1982 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Electra | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2083 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
