2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 16 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 555 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Astro | 25 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
