1984 Renault 25 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 7 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
