2000 Kia Avella vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Avella | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avella | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
