2000 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (123 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 430 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 Pontiac Bonneville (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville 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. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Bonneville | 1984 Renault 25 | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Bonneville | 25 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 34 L |