1984 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 558 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 25 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 69 L |
