2000 Kia Shuma vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 2000 Kia Shuma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Kia Shuma. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 1988 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Shuma. 1988 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Shuma has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Shuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Shuma | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Shuma | Integra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
