1991 Porsche 965 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 285 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 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 965 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 965 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |
