1978 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2000 Kia Shuma is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Shuma (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 2000 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
