1998 Kia Avella vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 670 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 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
