1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Capa weights approximately 162 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Yaris | Capa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
