1993 Kia Capital vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 29 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital, 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 1993 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1993 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Capital | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
