1999 Kia Shuma vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma.
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, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Shuma | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
