2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 199 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Cee'd | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 34 L |
