2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cobalt | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
