1998 Kia Avella vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Avella weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Avella | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
