1988 Renault 25 vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P5 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
Because 1959 Rover P5 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 1959 Rover P5. 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 25 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
