2006 Mazda 2 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2. 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 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 2 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 2 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
