1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1997 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 295 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 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Step Wagon | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Step Wagon | 25 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |