1985 Renault 25 vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 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 2 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C70. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
