2000 Kia Avella vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 681 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avella | 380 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2940 mm |
