1984 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 27 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i20. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 25 | i20 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
