1983 Holden Commodore vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,891 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Commodore weights approximately 245 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, 1983 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Commodore | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Commodore | Avella |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1891 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
