1985 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 974 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
