2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Kalos | 25 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
