1995 Kia Sephia vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Kia Sephia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Sephia (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Sephia should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Sephia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Kia Sephia (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Sephia | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sephia | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
