1998 Kia Avella vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1998 Kia Avella is newer by 14 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. 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 (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Avella | 25 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
