2009 Bentley Azure vs. 1990 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 25 would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1990 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1990 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 25. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Bentley Azure | 1990 Renault 25 | |
Make | Bentley | Renault |
Model | Azure | 25 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1993 cc |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 876 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |