2005 Renault Clio vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
