1984 Renault 25 vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 914 kg more than 1984 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
