1985 Renault 25 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 930 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Renault 25 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 25 | Transporter |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |