1984 Renault 25 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 397 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 25 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
