2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1485 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.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-250 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 34 L |
