1984 Renault 25 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2512 mm |
