1996 Kia Capital vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 168 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Capital | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Capital | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
