1990 Ford Scorpio vs. 1996 Kia Avella

To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 340 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.

Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Scorpio 1996 Kia Avella
Make Ford Kia
Model Scorpio Avella
Year Released 1990 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1323 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2400 mm