1993 Kia Capital vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 436 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 1981 Honda Accord 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. 1981 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Capital | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
