2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 905 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. 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 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Carnival | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
