1985 Renault 25 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | 25 | Century |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
