1988 Renault 25 vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 1999 Rover 25 is newer by 11 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Rover 25. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Rover 25. 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 (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 1999 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 25 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
