1999 Kia Avella vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 480 weights approximately 84 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 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Avella | 480 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
