1993 Porsche 993 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 80 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 993 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 993 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
