2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 240 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.
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, 2005 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
