2009 Kia Carnival vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 965 kg more than 1986 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1986 Venturi Coupe 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 1986 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carnival | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Kia | Venturi |
| Model | Carnival | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
