2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L 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 99 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 675 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Carnival | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
