1999 Kia Avella vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Capri weights approximately 162 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Avella | Capri |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
