1986 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 562 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Electra | Avella |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2400 mm |
