2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 296 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
