1988 Renault 25 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (124 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 140 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
