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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (143 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 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 650 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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 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 Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 1407 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 8800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 70 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 9.6:1
Top Speed 174 km/hour 160 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2340 mm