2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 196 kg more than 1988 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Cee'd | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
