1978 Ford Capri vs. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (87 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Capri | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |