1984 Buick Electra 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 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 575 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 1984 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 1984 Buick Electra. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Electra | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 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 |
