1985 Renault 25 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 900 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 XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
