1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 255 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | 25 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
