2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Citroen Saxo 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Citroen Saxo. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Saxo | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Saxo | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
