1988 Renault 4 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1988 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 4 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 4 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
