1988 Buick Century vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Century (150 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival.
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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Century | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Century | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2910 mm |
