1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1412 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Kia Avella | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Avella |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 918 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 |