1993 Audi V8 vs. 1993 Kia Capital

To start off, both 1993 Audi V8 and 1993 Kia Capital were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 468 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 1993 Audi V8 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, 1993 Audi V8 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Audi V8 1993 Kia Capital
Make Audi Kia
Model V8 Capital
Year Released 1993 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3562 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1794 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2530 mm


 

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