1984 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2002 Kia Shuma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (101 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Shuma weights approximately 235 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
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, 2002 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
