1997 Kia Avella vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 255 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Avella | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
