1995 Acura Legend vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 10 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (205 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.
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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (72 Nm). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1985 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1985 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | Legend | 25 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
