1990 Renault 25 vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 706 kg more than 1990 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 25 | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 25 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
