1985 Renault 25 vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 23 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 70 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 25 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
