2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 721 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 797 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lotec | Renault |
| Model | C 1000 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
