2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
