2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Because 1979 Mazda 929 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 1979 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II, 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (145 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sephia II | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
