2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 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 64 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Carnival | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
