2012 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 7 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Beetle | Capital |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4278 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2537 mm | 2530 mm |
