1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 993 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
