1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Kia Capital
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Corvette and 1998 Kia Capital were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 247 kg more than 1998 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1998 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1998 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Kia Capital | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Capital |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |