2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 21 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 147 kg more than 1987 Renault 21.
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, 1987 Renault 21 (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 21 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 | 1987 Renault 21 | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Cee'd | 21 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |