1982 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 329 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
| Model | Toronado | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.2 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
