2001 Kia Sephia II vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Kia Sephia II is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina.
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 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sephia II | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sephia II | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
