1985 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 563 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | 25 | M |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
