2009 Kia Carnival vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 920 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Carnival | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Carnival | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
