1990 Audi 80 vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 306 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80. 1993 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 80 | Capital |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
