1984 Renault 25 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 362 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
