1984 Renault 25 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | 25 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 33 L |
