1984 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 403 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 25 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
