2008 Kia Carnival vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Carnival | Astro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
