1985 Renault 25 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 9 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, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. 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 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
