1995 Kia Capital vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 5 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Capital | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Capital | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |