1988 Renault 25 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 210 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 Impreza 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 Impreza 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 Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 25 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
