1985 Renault 25 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
