1989 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 419 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
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, 2005 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Capri | Carens |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |