1984 Renault 25 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 153 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
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 (168 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
