2002 Peugeot 206 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. 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, 1988 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 206 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 206 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
