2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 505 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 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fairlane | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |
