1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 75 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
