1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 204 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Quattro | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
