2000 Kia Avella vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Avella | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
