1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1988 Renault 25

To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 1978 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 1988 Renault 25 has automatic transmission and 1978 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1978 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Renault 25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Avanti Avanti 1988 Renault 25
Make Avanti Renault
Model Avanti 25
Year Released 1978 1988
Engine Size 6568 cc 2849 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2730 mm


 

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