1981 Porsche 928 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 928 weights approximately 270 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, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 928 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 928 | 25 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 38 L |