1987 Ford Probe vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 335 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, 1987 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 1997 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Probe | Avella |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |
