2007 Renault Clio vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
