2005 Kia Carnival vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara 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 (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Carnival | Samara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2078 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
