2003 Nissan Almera vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2003 Nissan Almera 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 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Nissan Almera. 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 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Almera. (175 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Almera | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Almera | 25 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
