1985 Renault 25 vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen AAC weights approximately 34 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | AAC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
