2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 19 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 775 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Astro | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 38 L |
