2004 Kia Retona vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 20 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 32 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 670 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Retona | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
