1998 Kia Avella vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1998 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Avella | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Avella | Marauder |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3160 mm |