1998 Kia Capital vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Capital | 323 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
