1998 Kia Sephia vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Kia Sephia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 408 kg more than 1998 Kia Sephia. 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Sephia | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Sephia | Voyager |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |