2008 Acura MDX vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 23 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 170 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | MDX | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
