1988 Buick Electra vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 3 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 295 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | 25 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |