1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 380 kg more than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 1991 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Roadmaster | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
