2004 Kia Shuma vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 626 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Shuma weights approximately 54 kg more than 1985 Mazda 626.
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, 1985 Mazda 626 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Shuma | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
