1985 Renault 25 vs. 1987 Volvo 740
To start off, 1987 Volvo 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 740 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Renault 25 | 1987 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | 25 | 740 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |