2003 Kia Shuma vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2003 Kia Shuma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 98 kg more than 2003 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Shuma | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Shuma | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
