1995 Kia Capital vs. 2002 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2002 Proton Perdana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton Perdana (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Capital weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Proton Perdana.
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, 2002 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Capital | 2002 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Capital | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
