2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 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 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
