1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Falcon (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | 25 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
