1988 Renault 25 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 20 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 89 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
