2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1575 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2755 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 38 L |
