1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 11 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 260 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Scorpio | 25 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
