2000 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Focus (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
