1998 Kia Avella vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 256 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Avella | Excel |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |
