1976 Buick Estate vs. 1985 Renault 25

To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 705 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Estate 1985 Renault 25
Make Buick Renault
Model Estate 25
Year Released 1976 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 2068 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 129 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2730 mm


 

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