1985 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 25 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
