1985 Renault 25 vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 840 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 400 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 | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
