2010 Opel Vivaro vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 289 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital.
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, 2010 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital. 1996 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Vivaro | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Vivaro | Capital |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
