1988 Ford Taurus vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | 25 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
