1988 Renault 21 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 382 kg more than 1988 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Renault 21 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | 21 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |