2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1253 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carnival | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |