2007 Kia Carnival vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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 107 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Carnival | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
