1988 Renault 25 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (124 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster 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, 1988 Renault 25 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 25 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2673 mm |
