1977 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 2004 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2004 Kia Sephia II is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | 2004 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Plymouth | Kia |
Model | Trail Duster | Sephia II |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |