1999 Kia Shuma vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 30 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 1975 Porsche 930 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 1975 Porsche 930. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Shuma | 930 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
