1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Telstar | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
