2002 Acura NSX vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 5 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 105 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.
Because 2002 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Capital, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital. 2002 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Acura | Kia |
| Model | NSX | Capital |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
