2001 Toyota Solara vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 3 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. 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, 2001 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Solara 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:
| 2001 Toyota Solara | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Solara | Capa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
