2006 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
