1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 589 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Chrysler Newport 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 1970 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Newport | Capital |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |
