1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1997 Kia Capital is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 709 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1997 Kia Capital | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Caprice | Capital |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |