1988 Renault 25 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 25 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2788 mm |
