1985 Renault 25 vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. 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 (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 25 | SC 100 GX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 25 L |
