1958 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 1987 Renault 25 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 25 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 1958 AC Aceca 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 1958 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1958 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 1987 Renault 25 | |
Make | AC | Renault |
Model | Aceca | 25 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |