1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. 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, 2005 Kia Shuma II (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Hyundai Excel | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Hyundai | Kia |
| Model | Excel | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
