1987 Renault 21 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 158 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 21 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 21 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
