1999 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 84 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. 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, 1999 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Capital |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
