2002 Mazda 6 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
