1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 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 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1985 Fiat Croma. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (168 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | 25 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
