1994 Renault 21 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 21 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 21 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
