1990 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic 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 180 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Kia Shuma II (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Shuma II |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |