1985 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 25 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
