2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 19 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25.
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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (181 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rendezvous | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
