2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1990 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber 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. Both 2009 Dodge Caliber and 1990 Renault 25 are equipped with a 1,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 340 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.
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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1990 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caliber | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
