1984 Renault 25 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Renault 25 | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 25 | Golf |
Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |