2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 166 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, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 25 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
