1997 Kia Avella vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 885 kg more than 1997 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avella | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |
