1985 Ford Telstar vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Telstar weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 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, 1985 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Telstar | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Telstar | Avella |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
