1996 Kia Avella vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1015 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Avella | Monterey |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3160 mm |