1987 Lancia Thema vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Thema (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 910 kg more than 1987 Lancia Thema.
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, 2011 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lancia Thema | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Lancia | Kia |
Model | Thema | Carnival |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |