1992 Renault 25 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Renault 25 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 25 | Golf |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |