1985 Renault 25 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 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 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
