1985 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1246 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 25 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
