1985 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2010 Toyota Matrix 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Toyota Matrix. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2010 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
