2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1986 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 6 kg more than 1986 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1986 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Neon | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
