1984 Renault 25 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 201 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
