2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica 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 820 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica 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 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Shuma II | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
