1997 Kia Avella vs. 1981 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 145 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, 1981 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1981 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Avella | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |
