1985 Citroen LNA vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1458 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA. 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen LNA | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | LNA | Carnival |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |