1984 Renault 25 vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 29 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, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 25 | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
