1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1986 Renault 25
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 25 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1986 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 915 kg more than 1986 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Buick Roadmaster 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 1994 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1986 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Roadmaster | 25 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
