1998 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 25 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1169 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
