1985 Renault 25 vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, 2001 Rover 45 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Rover 45. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 45. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2001 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 25 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
