1985 Renault 25 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 27 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. 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 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 25 | Spark |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |
