1969 Opel Admiral vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1997 Kia Capital is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Admiral weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Admiral is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Opel Admiral. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital. 1997 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Admiral has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Admiral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Admiral | 1997 Kia Capital | |
Make | Opel | Kia |
Model | Admiral | Capital |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |