1984 Renault 25 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 589 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 25 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
