1996 Kia Avella vs. 1981 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Crown weights approximately 390 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 1981 Toyota Crown 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 1981 Toyota Crown. 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, 1981 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Avella | 1981 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Avella | Crown |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |