1999 Kia Avella vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 22 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, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Avella | 19 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
