1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 25 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1987 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
