1985 Renault 25 vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (113 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 25 | 12 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 89 L |
