1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 972 kg more than 1999 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Kia Avella | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Avella |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |