2004 Kia Shuma vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Shuma weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Shuma | 1992 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Shuma | 100 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
