1984 Renault 25 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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 (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
