1993 Kia Capital vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 431 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Capital | 11 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
