2005 Kia Shuma vs. 1977 Renault 20
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 20 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 20 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Renault 20 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 1977 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Shuma | 20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
