2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
