1999 Kia Avella vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 432 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Avella | 760 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2780 mm |
