1998 Kia Avella vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru XT weights approximately 245 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, 1986 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Avella | XT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
