2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 15 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
