1999 Kia Avella vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 512 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Kia | Ford |
| Model | Avella | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2800 mm |
