2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Carnival (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
