1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 1995 Kia Capital

To start off, both 1995 Ford Fairlane and 1995 Kia Capital were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Ford Fairlane 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 1995 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Fairlane 1995 Kia Capital
Make Ford Kia
Model Fairlane Capital
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 206 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1325 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2530 mm


 

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