1985 Renault 25 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 25 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
