1998 Kia Capital vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1445 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 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Capital | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3910 mm |
