1985 Renault 25 vs. 2001 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2001 Renault Avantime is newer by 16 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 360 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, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2001 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 25 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
