2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 790 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 25 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
