1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 247 kg more than 2008 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2083 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 |
