1988 Audi 80 vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 80 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 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 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 80 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
