1988 Renault 25 vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 18 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 834 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 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 2006 Nissan Navara 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. 2006 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 25 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
