1993 Kia Capital vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 16 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 116 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (151 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Kia Capital | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Capital | Versa |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |