1984 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 619 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.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | 25 | Antara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
