2004 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 156 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
