1999 Kia Avella vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 492 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, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Avella | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
