1984 Renault 25 vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 225 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
