2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 275 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.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
