1993 Kia Capital vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 17 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 54 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, 1993 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Capital | Prius |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
