1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | 25 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
