2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 432 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1964 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1964 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Borrego | 8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |
