1988 Renault 25 vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 24 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 435 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 2012 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | 25 | Croma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
