1985 Renault 25 vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 10 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, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Saturn SC (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | 25 | SC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
