1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Challenger (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Challenger | Avella |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |
