1984 Renault 25 vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440.
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, 1984 Renault 25 (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Renault 25 | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | 25 | 440 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |