2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 24 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 784 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ducato | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
