1996 Kia Avella vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 228 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Avella | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
