1997 Kia Capital vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Kia Capital is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 355 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Capital | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Capital | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
