2005 Kia Carens vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 21 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 226 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carens | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
