1999 Kia Avella vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Astra weights approximately 342 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, 1998 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Avella | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
