1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (159 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 245 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | 25 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
