1984 Renault 25 vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 11 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 295 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 25 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
