1985 Renault 25 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 25 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
