1985 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 26 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 86 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 25 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
