1984 Renault 25 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Renault 25 | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 25 | Passat |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |