1986 Porsche 928 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1985 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Porsche 928 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 928 | 25 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4957 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |