1999 Kia Sephia vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Kia Sephia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sephia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sephia. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 21 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Kia Sephia (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sephia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sephia | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sephia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
