1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 6 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 55 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Alpine V6 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Alpine | Renault |
| Model | V6 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
