1984 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
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, 1984 Renault 25 (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 25 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
