2001 Mazda 626 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2001 Mazda 626 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 626 weights approximately 60 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 Mazda 626 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 626 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
