2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carnival | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |
