1993 Kia Capital vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 59 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Kia Capital | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Capital | Impreza |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2619 mm |