2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 192 kg more than 1985 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Bonneville | 25 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
