1988 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1997 Kia Capital is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Prelude | 1997 Kia Capital | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | Capital |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |