1996 Kia Capital vs. 1985 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Patrol. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 750 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital.
Because 1985 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Capital | 1985 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Capital | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2980 mm |
