1996 Kia Avella vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 589 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Avella | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2820 mm |
