1985 Renault 25 vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
