1988 Renault 25 vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 12 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Rover 45. 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 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 25 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
