1984 Renault 25 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 29 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 660 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Renault 25 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Renault | Porsche |
Model | 25 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |