1984 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 26 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 488 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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | 25 | TL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
