2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry 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 78 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 290 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carnival | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |
