1996 Kia Avella vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 105 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, 1996 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Avella | 21 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2820 mm |
