2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 930 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 930 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 1981 Porsche 930. 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Carnival | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
