1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1080 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 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
