1985 Renault 25 vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L 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 136 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 25 | L |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
