2000 Kia Shuma vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 2000 Kia Shuma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Shuma | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Kia | Triumph |
| Model | Shuma | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2330 mm |
