1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 205 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1998 Kia Capital | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taunus | Capital |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |