1985 Renault 25 vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 is newer by 13 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, 1998 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | 25 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
