1985 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 207 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 25 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
