2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 420 weights approximately 65 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 1984 Maserati 420 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 1984 Maserati 420. 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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carnival | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Kia | Maserati |
Model | Carnival | 420 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |