1953 DKW F 91 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1953 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1953 DKW F 91. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 DKW F 91.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 DKW F 91 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | F 91 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
