1988 Renault 25 vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. 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 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 25 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2847 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
