1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1995 Kia Sephia

To start off, both 1995 Ford Thunderbird and 1995 Kia Sephia were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1995 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 524 kg more than 1995 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Ford Thunderbird 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 1995 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Sephia, 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Sephia.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Thunderbird 1995 Kia Sephia
Make Ford Kia
Model Thunderbird Sephia
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3797 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1604 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2570 mm