2004 Kia Retona vs. 1990 Renault 25
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 725 kg more than 1990 Renault 25.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1990 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Retona | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
