1978 Ford Taunus vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Because 1978 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taunus | Sephia II |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 50 L |