1984 Renault 25 vs. 2001 Saturn L
To start off, 2001 Saturn L is newer by 17 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn L weights approximately 135 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2001 Saturn L | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | 25 | L |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
