1984 Renault 25 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Renault 25 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Renault | Saab |
Model | 25 | 9000 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |