1985 Renault 25 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 20 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, 1985 Renault 25 (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 25 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
