1985 Renault 25 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 889 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
