2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 7 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 79 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital. 1993 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Eclipse | Capital |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
