1998 Kia Avella vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 335 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, 1989 Renault 21 (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Avella | 21 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2820 mm |
