1992 Renault 25 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 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, 1992 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 79 kg more than 1992 Renault 25.
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, 1992 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 25 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
