2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 213 kg more than 1988 Renault 21.
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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Cee'd | 1988 Renault 21 | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Cee'd | 21 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.2 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 | 1368 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |