1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (124 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 175 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 1993 Porsche 911 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 1993 Porsche 911. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
