2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 15 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (124 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Pilot | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Pilot | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
