1985 Renault 25 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 22 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 520 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | 25 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
