1998 Kia Capital vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Capital | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
