1985 Renault 25 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 15 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 63 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 455 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (72 Nm). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 25 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
