2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | SSR | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
