1986 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (143 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada will offer significantly more control. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
