1984 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2011 Buick Enclave is newer by 27 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Enclave weights approximately 968 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, 2011 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2011 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | 25 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
