2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny 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 68 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Carnival | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
