1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 599 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Avella |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |