1988 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1065 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.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 25 | R |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3216 mm |
