1997 Kia Avella vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 840 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avella | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3030 mm |
