1990 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Statesman weights approximately 650 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 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Statesman | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Statesman | Avella |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
