1985 Renault 25 vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 14 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (205 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (72 Nm). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 25 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
