1988 Renault 25 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 369 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
