1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 480 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | V8 Vantage | 25 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 38 L |