1990 Renault 21 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 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Renault 21 (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital. 1993 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 21 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 Renault 21 | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 21 | Capital |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
