1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1986 Renault 25
To start off, 1986 Renault 25 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 Renault 25.
Because 1949 AC 2-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 AC 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 AC 2-Litre | 1986 Renault 25 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | 2-Litre | 25 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 34 L |
