1988 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 23 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 71 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 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | 25 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
