1984 Renault 25 vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 28 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 304 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.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 25 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
