2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
