2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 554 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 588 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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | SLR McLaren | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 38 L |
