1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 6 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 265 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Cutlass | 25 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1180 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 |
