2000 Kia Avella vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 18 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Avella | 18 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
