1985 Renault 25 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 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 49 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 25 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
