2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 1163 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (530 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Magnum | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
