1988 Renault 25 vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 536 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.
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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
