1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma, 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (481 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Camaro | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
