1992 Honda CRX vs. 1998 Kia Avella

To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda CRX weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 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 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Honda CRX 1998 Kia Avella
Make Honda Kia
Model CRX Avella
Year Released 1992 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 1323 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2400 mm


 

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