2012 Audi A3 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 27 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, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 180 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, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
