2007 Kia Rio vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
