1975 Porsche 924 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (124 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 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 1975 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Renault 25 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 924 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 924 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
