1984 Renault 25 vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Espace is newer by 21 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 520 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, 2005 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 25 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
