2004 Kia Shuma vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Shuma weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Shuma | 15 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
