1985 Renault 25 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 824 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 (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
