2008 Ford Focus vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Renault 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 1988 Renault 25 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Renault 25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
