1984 Renault 25 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 28 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 357 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 25 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
