1998 Kia Avella vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 315 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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Avella | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
