1997 Kia Avella vs. 1987 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 980 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, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 1987 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avella | Astro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
