1998 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 14 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 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 520 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Aurora | 25 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
