1993 Ford Laser vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, both 1993 Ford Laser 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 321 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser. 1993 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Laser 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:
1993 Ford Laser | 1993 Kia Capital | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Laser | Capital |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |