1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 548 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LeSabre | Carnival |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |