1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1317 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Avella |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2400 mm |
