2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Neon is newer by 15 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, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Neon | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
