2006 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 131 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 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
