1988 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 190 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, 1988 Renault 25 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
