1985 Renault 25 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (205 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 897 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (72 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
