1996 Kia Capital vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 255 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Capital | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Capital | 929 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
