1985 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (205 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 384 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (72 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2919 mm |
