1988 Renault 25 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 254 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 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 25 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
