2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 23 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Tiburon | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
