1987 Renault 25 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1987 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 25 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | 25 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
