1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1986 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
Because 1986 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Mustang | 1984 Renault 25 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | 25 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |