2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
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 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II 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 758 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II 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 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Shuma II | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1958 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
