2000 Acura RL vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 16 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL 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.
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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | RL | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
