1974 AMC Matador vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 877 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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | AMC | Kia |
| Model | Matador | Avella |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2400 mm |
