1996 Kia Avella vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Santana weights approximately 125 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.
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, 1987 Nissan Santana (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella. 1987 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Avella has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Avella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | Santana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2560 mm |
