2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 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 72 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
