1992 Ford Falcon vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 555 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.
Because 1992 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Falcon | 1996 Kia Avella | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Falcon | Avella |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |