2004 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 637 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 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Cherokee | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Cherokee | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2427 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
