2008 Infiniti M vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 657 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 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | M | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
