1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fairlane (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Fairlane 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 1982 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fairlane | Capital |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
