2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Shuma II | 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Shuma II | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |