1985 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Montego 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 29 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Montego | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
