1976 Ford Taunus 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 Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Taunus (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taunus | 25 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
