1996 Kia Avella vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Avella (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Prairie weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
