2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet 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 (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Because 1974 Mercury Comet 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 1974 Mercury Comet. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Carnival | Comet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2800 mm |