1999 Audi S8 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 14 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 550 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S8 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
