1989 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 788 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 2087 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
