2005 AC Aceca vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 21 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 310 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |
