1988 Renault 21 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, both 1988 Renault 21 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (124 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. 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, 1988 Renault 25 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Renault 21 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | 21 | 25 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |