1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 810 kg more than 1997 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Caprice | Avella |
Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |