1988 Renault 25 vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 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 1957 Riley 2.6. 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 Renault 25 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Renault | Riley |
| Model | 25 | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
