1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 15 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 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1160 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 1999 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25. 1999 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Bentley Azure | 1984 Renault 25 | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Azure | 25 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |