1985 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 371 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Renault | Lotus |
| Model | 25 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |
