1988 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 22 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, 1988 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Renault 25 | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Renault | Hyundai |
Model | 25 | i30 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |