2000 Honda HR-V vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Honda HR-V. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda HR-V | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | HR-V | 25 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 34 L |
