1984 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 259 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 1984 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. 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, 1984 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Falcon | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
