1983 Renault 5 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 488 kg more than 1983 Renault 5. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 5 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 5 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
