1980 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 462 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 Holden Commodore (352 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Commodore | Avella |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
