1985 Renault 25 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (205 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (72 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
