1985 Renault 25 vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Venga (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 163 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Venga (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 25 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 48 L |
