2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Renault 25
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1990 Renault 25.
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, 2002 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1990 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
