2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Shuma II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma II (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Shuma II (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma II | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Shuma II | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
