1987 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Accord weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Avella |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
