2001 Kia Shuma vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2001 Kia Shuma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Shuma weights approximately 135 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Kia Shuma (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Shuma | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Shuma | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
