2009 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 1993 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Capital |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
