1994 Dodge Neon vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 198 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon.
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, 1994 Dodge Neon (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Neon | 1998 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Neon | Capital |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
