1999 Toyota Prius vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Prius (127 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Kia Capital (152 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 1997 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Prius | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Prius | Capital |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
