2011 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 42 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Civic | 1993 Kia Capital | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Capital |
Year Released | 2011 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |