1992 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 25 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 25 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
