1988 Renault 25 vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (124 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 1998 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 25 | Joice |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
