1985 Renault 25 vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, 2004 Audi S3 is newer by 19 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S3 weights approximately 143 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, 2004 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2004 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | 25 | S3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
