1993 Kia Capital vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira is newer by 8 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 94 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.
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, 2001 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Capital | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
