1985 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, both 1985 Ford Escort and 1985 Renault 25 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (205 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (72 Nm). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | 25 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 72 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 63 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |