1998 Kia Avella vs. 1990 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 260 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, 1990 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1990 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Avella | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2440 mm |
