1997 Lancia Zeta vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 370 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, 1997 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Zeta | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Zeta | 25 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
