1971 BMW 2002 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 2002 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 BMW 2002.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW 2002 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 2002 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 2002 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |
