1988 Renault 25 vs. 1976 Renault 5
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 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. 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 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 25 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
