2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 240 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Five Hundred | 25 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |