1975 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | 25 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
