2007 Kia Carnival vs. 1965 Renault Floride
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1965 Renault Floride. (48 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1353 kg more than 1965 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Renault Floride 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 1965 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Floride. (88 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 1965 Renault Floride | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carnival | Floride |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
