1968 Holden Brougham vs. 1989 Renault 25
To start off, 1989 Renault 25 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 25.
Because 1968 Holden Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 25. 1968 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Brougham | 1989 Renault 25 | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Brougham | 25 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |