1999 Kia Shuma vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 424 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 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Shuma | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
