2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
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 Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Because 1979 Mazda Montrose 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 Montrose. 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 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sephia II | Montrose |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
