1981 Ford Capri vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | 25 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
