1994 Kia Sephia vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Kia Sephia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Kia Sephia (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Kia Sephia weights approximately 221 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Kia Sephia | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sephia | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
