1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Kia Avella

To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Mustang (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 669 kg more than 1998 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Mustang 1998 Kia Avella
Make Ford Kia
Model Mustang Avella
Year Released 1970 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7014 cc 1323 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 135 Nm
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2400 mm


 

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