1985 Renault 25 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 60 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 25 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
