1990 Renault 25 vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Saturn SC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 25 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 25 | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | 25 | SC |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
