1987 BMW 318 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1987 BMW 318 is newer by 3 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 318 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
