1993 Kia Capital vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 19 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Capital | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2416 mm |
