1986 Renault 25 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1986 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 791 kg more than 1986 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 25 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | 25 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
