1998 Kia Avella vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1020 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avella | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3230 mm |
