2009 Ford Escape vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 25 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 34 L |
