1993 Kia Sephia vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1993 Kia Sephia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1993 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Sephia | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sephia | 25 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
