1993 Kia Capital vs. 1982 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 510 kg more than 1982 Triumph Acclaim.
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, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 1982 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Capital | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2330 mm |
