1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fairlane | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Fairlane | 25 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |