1991 Renault 4 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1991 Renault 4 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1991 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault 4 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 4 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
