1984 Renault 25 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 74 kg more than 2006 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
