1985 Renault 25 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 357 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 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
