2005 Kia Shuma vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (90 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Kia Shuma.
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, 2005 Kia Shuma (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Shuma | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Shuma | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
