2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2730 mm |
