1984 Renault 25 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 23 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 273 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.
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 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.4 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 | 1155 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
