1985 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 131 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, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | 25 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
