2008 Ford Ikon vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Ikon (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ikon | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
