1999 Kia Shuma vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Talbot Tagora (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 155 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 1981 Talbot Tagora 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 1981 Talbot Tagora. 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, 1981 Talbot Tagora (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Kia | Talbot |
| Model | Shuma | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2820 mm |
