1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo 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 Subaru Mini Jumbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Mini Jumbo | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 665 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
