2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 696 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
