2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 24 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 374 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, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Malibu | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
