1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 709 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte, 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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Caprice | Forte |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
