2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 791 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
