1984 Renault 25 vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 14 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 25 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 30 L |
