1985 Renault 25 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 25 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
