1999 Kia Avella vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 732 kg more than 1999 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, 1970 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Avella | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Avella | Cougar |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |