2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona 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 45 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 505 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
