2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1986 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 25 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 1986 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 1986 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Elantra | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 34 L |
