1993 Kia Capital vs. 2000 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2000 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 299 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2000 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Capital | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
