2006 Pontiac GTO vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 490 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac GTO | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | GTO | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
