1997 Kia Capital vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 368 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 2012 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Capital | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Capital | Frontier |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1693 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |