1988 Renault 25 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (124 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
