2007 Kia Carnival vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carnival | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
