2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (124 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.
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 (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (184 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
