1983 Nissan Silvia vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1983 Nissan Silvia 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 1983 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1983 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital. 1998 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Silvia | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Silvia | Capital |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
