1990 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 500 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 1990 Ford Thunderbird 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 1990 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Thunderbird | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Thunderbird | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
