2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown 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 420 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Because 1987 Toyota Crown 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 1987 Toyota Crown. 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown 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 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Shuma II | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
