1988 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1162 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
