1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | 25 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
