2000 Kia Sephia II vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. 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, 1989 Mazda 323 (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sephia II | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sephia II | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
