1988 Porsche 928 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, both 1988 Porsche 928 and 1988 Renault 25 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 928 | 25 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |