2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 448 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
