1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 220 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 Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche Boxster | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | 25 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
