1989 Buick Riviera vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1989 Buick Riviera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 184 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Riviera | 25 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
