1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 9 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 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
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 (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 306 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 306 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
