1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 5 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 560 kg more than 1985 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Roadmaster | 25 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |