1998 Kia Capital vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Kia Capital is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Capital weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Capital | 1996 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Capital | Astra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
