1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 5 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 150 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.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
