1984 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 26 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, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
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, 2010 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 25 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 14.2 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 | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
