1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 204 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Lumina | Capital |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
