1998 Honda Life vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Capital weights approximately 535 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1995 Kia Capital (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 1995 Kia Capital | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Life | Capital |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |