1985 Renault 25 vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 131 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) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1978 Seat 131. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 25 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
