1977 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 515 kg more than 2000 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, 1977 Buick Regal (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Regal | Avella |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
