1985 Renault 25 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 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 91 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 25 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
