1984 Renault 25 vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 12 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 6 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
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 (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 25 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 183 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 | 1290 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
