1987 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1987 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, 2010 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 25 | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | 25 | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
