1983 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2005 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 325 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1983 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Vauxhall Carlton 2005 Kia Carnival
Make Vauxhall Kia
Model Carlton Carnival
Year Released 1983 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1979 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 101 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 156 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.2 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.3 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2910 mm


 

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