1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1995 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1995 Kia Sephia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Sephia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. 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, 1995 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Charger | 1995 Kia Sephia | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Charger | Sephia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |