2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 17 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 470 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 2001 Buick Blackhawk 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 2001 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Blackhawk | 25 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
