2004 Kia Shuma vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Shuma | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
