1998 Kia Avella vs. 1977 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1977 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 195 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, 1977 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1977 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Avella | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
