1998 Hyundai Atos vs. 1989 Renault 25
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Atos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Atos (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 25 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
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 Hyundai Atos (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Atos | 1989 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Atos | 25 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
