1984 Renault 25 vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
