1988 Renault 25 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 433 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 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, 1988 Renault 25 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
