1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 300 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Avella |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |