1984 Renault 25 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 479 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
