2001 Citroen C2 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 17 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. 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 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C2 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
