1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 11 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 505 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas 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 Jaguar Vanden Plas. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (231 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | Vanden Plas | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
