2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 518 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cee'd | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Cee'd | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
